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National Hackathon 2026

Classes 9–12 · Nationwide

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Where India's school innovators solve real-world problems.

National Hackathon 2026 students
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Ideas with
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Classes 9–12·28 states & UTs·One national stage·

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The hackathon so far

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Participants
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Submissions
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Problem statements
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Mentors
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Jury members
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Partners

Why participate

Why participate

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Solve real problems

Work on challenges set by industry and academia.

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Learn from experts

Mentors and jurors from leading organisations.

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National recognition

Finalists present at the national finale.

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Path to incubation

Top teams can continue as startups with support.

The open brief

Problem statements

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Challenge C01Social impact

Waste to Wealth: Can Everyday Waste Become a Valuable Resource?

Schools, households, markets and industries generate waste that is often not segregated, reused or recycled effectively.

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Challenge C03Social impact

Digital Rakshak: Can Technology Protect People from Online Fraud?

Students, older adults and other internet users encounter phishing, impersonation, fake links and online scams.

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Challenge C12Social impact

Fit India, Smart India – How Can Innovation Make Fitness and Sports Accessible to Everyone?

Physical inactivity, unhealthy lifestyles, inadequate sports infrastructure, limited access to professional coaching and lack of personalized fitness guidance are growing concerns among students and communities. Many talented young athletes also lack affordable tools to monitor performance, prevent injuries and improve their sporting abilities.

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Challenge C13Social impact

Health for All – How Can Technology Make Healthcare Smarter, Affordable and Accessible?

Limited access to affordable healthcare, delayed identification of health problems, inadequate preventive healthcare awareness and unequal availability of medical facilities remain significant challenges, particularly in rural and underserved communities. There is a growing need for innovative, low-cost and accessible healthcare technologies that support early risk identification, health monitoring, preventive care and better healthcare delivery.

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4 challenges

Choose a problem worth solving

Timeline

Hackathon timeline

Need to know

Frequently asked questions

01Who can participate?

Students of Classes 9–12 from registered and verified schools.

02How many teams can a school register?

The limits are shown on the school dashboard and are set by the organisers for each edition.

03What do teams submit?

A pitch deck in PDF. The school's SPOC approves it before it goes to the jury.

04Is there a fee?

No. Participation is free for schools and students.

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